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Mar. 2, 2015 — Some 40 percent of women 60 to 65 years old still have hot flashes. For many, the hot flashes are occasional and mild, but for some, they remain really troublesome. Sexual symptoms also remain a ... full story

Feb. 20, 2015 — A study determines if follicle stimulating hormone and estrogen at the upper limits of normal could predict treatment success as measured in live birth rates. The essential question was: should women ... full story

Feb. 20, 2015 — Newly released patient satisfaction survey results from a study of a novel investigational vaginal estrogen treatment show promise for improving quality of life and satisfaction for postmenopausal ... full story

Feb. 19, 2015 — From 28 percent to 68 percent of women using hormones at menopause take compounded, so-called 'bioidentical' hormones, but women don't understand the risks of these unapproved, untested treatments, ... full story

Feb. 18, 2015 — Progressive high-impact training improved the patellar cartilage quality of the postmenopausal women who may be at risk of osteoporosis (bone loss) as well as at risk of osteoarthritis. The effects ... full story

Feb. 16, 2015 — Frequent menopausal vasomotor symptoms (VMS), including hot flashes and night sweats, lasted for more than seven years during the transition to menopause for more than half of the women in a large ... full story

Feb. 12, 2015 — Taking hormone replacement therapy (HRT) for menopause, even for just a few years, is associated with a significantly increased risk of developing the two most common types of ovarian cancer, ... full story

Feb. 11, 2015 — Nearly nine out of 10 premenopausal and postmenopausal women in the United States experience hot flashes, night sweats or other disturbances in mood and sleep. Unfortunately, there aren't many safe ... full story

Feb. 4, 2015 — A newfound link between chronic fatigue syndrome (CFS) and early menopause has been reported by researchers. This link, as well as links with other gynecologic problems and with pelvic pain, may help ... full story

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The 5 Best Tips to Look Younger Now

Buzz60 (Feb. 26, 2015) — Life happens, and we all get older, but forget the pricey anti-aging products and plastic surgery. You can tweak your habits to turn back the hands of time. Krystin Goodwin (@krystingoodwin) has a few simple tips to help you look and feel younger.
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Best Anti-Aging Foods to Turn Back the Clock in the New Year

Buzz60 (Jan. 2, 2015) — Anti-aging foods can help slow Father Time. Fitness and nutrition expert John Basedow (@JohnBasedow) offers some of the best antioxidant and nutrient-rich foods, including olive oil, fish, yogurt, nuts, blueberries, red wine and chocolate, that help battle age-related degenerative diseases so we stay young forever.
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All Menopause News

Mar. 2, 2015 — Some 40 percent of women 60 to 65 years old still have hot flashes. For many, the hot flashes are occasional and mild, but for some, they remain really troublesome. Sexual symptoms also remain a ... full story

Feb. 20, 2015 — A study determines if follicle stimulating hormone and estrogen at the upper limits of normal could predict treatment success as measured in live birth rates. The essential question was: should women ... full story

Feb. 20, 2015 — Newly released patient satisfaction survey results from a study of a novel investigational vaginal estrogen treatment show promise for improving quality of life and satisfaction for postmenopausal ... full story

Feb. 19, 2015 — From 28 percent to 68 percent of women using hormones at menopause take compounded, so-called 'bioidentical' hormones, but women don't understand the risks of these unapproved, ... full story

Feb. 18, 2015 — Progressive high-impact training improved the patellar cartilage quality of the postmenopausal women who may be at risk of osteoporosis (bone loss) as well as at risk of osteoarthritis. The effects ... full story

Feb. 16, 2015 — Frequent menopausal vasomotor symptoms (VMS), including hot flashes and night sweats, lasted for more than seven years during the transition to menopause for more than half of the women in a large ... full story

Feb. 12, 2015 — Taking hormone replacement therapy (HRT) for menopause, even for just a few years, is associated with a significantly increased risk of developing the two most common types of ovarian cancer, ... full story

Feb. 11, 2015 — Nearly nine out of 10 premenopausal and postmenopausal women in the United States experience hot flashes, night sweats or other disturbances in mood and sleep. Unfortunately, there aren't many ... full story

Feb. 4, 2015 — A newfound link between chronic fatigue syndrome (CFS) and early menopause has been reported by researchers. This link, as well as links with other gynecologic problems and with pelvic pain, may help ... full story

Jan. 28, 2015 — Only 25 percent of women who had reported no earlier sleep problems developed moderate or severe insomnia or other sleep disturbances during a 16-year period around menopause, a new study reports. ... full story

Jan. 28, 2015 — Some older women with breast cancer could safely avoid radiotherapy, without harming their chances of survival, a study has shown. Older women with early breast cancer who are given breast-conserving ... full story

Jan. 27, 2015 — Both weight gain and weight loss in older (postmenopausal) women are associated with increased incidence of fracture, but at different anatomical sites, finds a study. The findings also challenge the ... full story

Jan. 26, 2015 — Female sex hormones have a strong effect on the psyche. This has been confirmed by numerous scientific studies and by phenomena such as the "baby blues", a bout of low mood following ... full story

Jan. 22, 2015 — Women who experience moderate to severe hot flashes and night sweats during menopause tend to have lower bone mineral density and higher rates of hip fracture than peers with no menopausal symptoms, ... full story

Jan. 13, 2015 — Women aged 60-70 who are satisfied with their lives have a higher bone density and they suffer from osteoporosis less frequently than their unsatisfied peers, according to a recent study. ... full story

Jan. 6, 2015 — Alternatives to hysterectomy are being underused and that treatment guidelines are often not followed, experts say. They add that up to 20% of women who get hysterectomies may not actually need the ... full story

Jan. 5, 2015 — Adding radiation treatment to hormone therapy saves more lives among older men with locally advanced prostate therapy than hormone therapy alone, according to a new study. The researchers found that ... full story

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